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Santa Librata (Saint Wilgefortis)
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Santa Librata (Saint Wilgefortis)

Artist/Maker (Artist Unknown)
Date19th century
CultureMexican
Mediumoil on tin
DimensionsOverall: 13 3/8 x 10 1/8 in. (34 x 25.7 cm)
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph D. Shein
Terms
    Object number2010.35.16
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
    DescriptionSanta Librata, also known as Saint Wilgefortis ("Strong Virgin"), patroness of laundresses, is also invoked during moments of distress and headaches. She is depicted as a young woman crucified on a cross, wearing a wreath of flowers and palm fronds, symbols of her martyrdom.
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